Proverbs 4:5-9

5 Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them.
6 Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you.
7 The beginning of wisdom is this: Get[a] wisdom. Though it cost all you have,[b] get understanding.
8 Cherish her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you.
9 She will give you a garland to grace your head and present you with a glorious crown.”

Cross References 7

  • 1. S Proverbs 2:12; Proverbs 3:13-18; Proverbs 16:16
  • 2. 2 Thessalonians 2:10
  • 3. S Proverbs 2:11
  • 4. Matthew 13:44-46
  • 5. Proverbs 23:23
  • 6. 1 Samuel 2:30; S Proverbs 3:18
  • 7. S Proverbs 1:8-9

Footnotes 2

  • [a]. Or "Wisdom is supreme; therefore get"
  • [b]. Or "wisdom. / Whatever else you get"
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